USHL Waterloo Black Hawks

Buy Local for the Big Game

Published on January 25, 2011 under United States Hockey League (USHL)
Waterloo Black Hawks News Release


Waterloo, Iowa-If you're planning to party on into February by watching some football with a few friends, then whip up great snacks from right here in Iowa, and have the chance to win an autographed Black Hawks jersey, game tickets, and other prizes.

The Waterloo Black Hawks unveiled their "2011 Waterloo Black Hawks Buy Local Promotion" Tuesday. This season's Buy Local partners are Fit-Pop Popcorn in Cedar Falls, Pasquale's Pizza in Humboldt, Cheryl's Fresh Salsa in Wellman, and Mrs. Clark's Foods in Ankeny. Each partner will be featured on waterlooblackhawks.com next week, with tasty recipe ideas to enjoy while watching the game or spending a night at home with family.

Fans who pick up designated items from these Iowa companies will have the opportunity to spin the Waterloo Black Hawks prize wheel during February home games. Team memorabilia, tickets, and other prizes will be listed on the prize wheel. In addition, all participants will have the chance to win an autographed Reebok Black Hawks preseason jersey. Details about specific "Buy Local" products and official rules are included on the accompanying entry form.

February home games at Young Arena will be played on:

Date Opponent Time

Friday, February 4th Sioux City Musketeers 7:05PM

Tuesday, February 15th Des Moines Buccaneers 7:05PM

Friday, February 18th Indiana Ice 7:05PM

Saturday, February 19th Green Bay Gamblers 7:05PM

Friday, February 25th Omaha Lancers 7:05PM

Fit-Pop Popcorn

Fit-Pop has been grown by Jim Fitkin and his family in rural Cedar Falls for over 20 years. Microwavable Fit-Pop is available at local grocery stores, along with packages of raw kernels for stovetop or fireplace popping. Look for Fit-Pop at movie theaters, bowling alleys, and restaurants in the area. Find more information about the brand and where to find it at www.fit-pop.com.

Pasquale's Pizza

In 1959, Pasquale and Mario Stockdale opened Pasquale's Pizza in Fort Dodge. They used their mother's original sauce and sausage recipes, along with hand-tossed dough and fresh ingredients to create their distinctive pizzas. Starting in 1985, Pasquale's frozen pizzas became available at neighborhood grocery stores, bars, restaurants, and convenience stores all over the Midwest. For more information on Pasquale's Pizza, visit www.pasqualespizza.com.

Cheryl's Fresh Salsa

Cheryl's Fresh Salsa first appeared at local farmer's markets and in company break rooms around Wellman, Iowa. It is now available from grocery stores in seven states. Whether you prefer a mild flavor or a hotter taste, Cheryl's award-winning varieties are always refreshing. Find Cheryl's Fresh Salsa in the fresh foods cooler at your local store or on your computer at www.kenandcheryls.com.

Mrs. Clark's Foods

Starting in 1926, Mary Clark's salad dressing attracted fans in Des Moines. A family company through the 1970's, Mrs. Clark's Foods expanded to become farmer-owned multistate corporation, which still makes products in Ankeny, provides jobs for hundreds of Iowans, and purchases locally produced eggs, soybeans, and other crops. In addition to dressings and mayonnaise, Mrs. Clark's also bottles several types of fruit and vegetable juices. For more on Mrs. Clark's Foods, visit www.mrsclarks.com.




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